Rate this southern maryland stuffed ham recipe with 7 10 lb. He is the author of an irresistible history of southern food history press, 2011. St ignatius church and the piscataway nation, southern maryland. Southern maryland stuffed ham recipe moco alliance. Com a favorite of the durkin family 1 corned ham 10 to 12 lbs. It was also the first roman catholic english settlement in north america.
Oct 25, 2010 southern maryland stuffed ham the first time i tasted stuffed ham, i thought there was something wrong with the meat. A fivecourse tour of chesapeake country, featuring oldworld recipes kept alive in baltimore, fresh seafood and delectable cakes on smith island, southern maryland s peculiar tradition of stuffed. This is the only online location where you will find most of them. He is the author of an irresistible history of southern food history press. Brandy farms in gambrills specializes in shipping stuffed hams. So you can do just that, but its great on a toasted sandwich with a lot of dijon mustard, price says. While blue crabs are indeed a huge part of state culture, theres a lesser known food thats rich with tradition and beloved by southern marylanders yearround. The ham to be used is best when less than a year old. With your fingers, push the seasoned greens into slits first from the top, then from underneath, until you can feel all the spaces have been filled.
Much of the regional cuisine of southern maryland is related to the chesapeake bay which borders southern maryland on two sides. To cook, place ham in a large covered pan on a rack, covering the ham with water. In this corner of maryland, holidays mean a stuffed ham the. The history of stuffed ham the history of stuffed ham dates to early 17thcentury maryland, where it is believed slaves working on the plantations created the recipe. Local foods include steamed blue crabs, fried softshelled crabs, rockfish also known as striped bass, oysters and southern maryland stuffed ham, a spice concoction of greens stuffed into a cured ham. Jul 06, 2017 sebi medinatayac of the piscataway nation, speaks on the significance of st ignatius church to native people and southern maryland s history. Marys county, md these fundraising annual dinners are held in church rec halls and fire departments in st. It is a staple of the church dinners around there, which usually include stuffed ham, turkey, fried oysters and a bunch of side dishes. Many fine books have been written about our local history. Marys, charles and calvert counties of holiday cooks creating a culinary curiosity called stuffed ham. The description of the dish posted on the mid atlantic board is correct except for the fact that we use a fresh ham. The first catholic church, a log building, was built at the foot of rohan knob now holy cross in 1792.
Andy has been serving tall timbers and the surrounding communities for over 35 years. Respected southern food historian and chef rick mcdaniel explores the history of over 150 recipes, from maryland stuffed ham to south carolina chicken bog to new orleans shrimp creole, without forgetting the meals crowning glory. Sep 24, 2014 where to buy southern maryland stuffed ham, in st. Why people go crazy for this stuffed ham in small town maryland. Dishes dont stick around virtually unchanged for three centuries unless they are something truly special, and this southern maryland favorite certainly fits the bill. Southern maryland stuffed ham and oyster dinners in st. Jun 08, 2005 southern maryland stuffed ham is a delicacy that is prepared with a corned ham and then is stuffed with onions, kale, cabbage, and spices. Tradition of southern maryland stuffed ham flourishes. Mar 21, 2016 stuffed ham is a culinary treasure that, like so many gustatory delicacies, was borne of necessity. Fill with as much as possible then put remaining stuffing on top of ham. Dishes dont stick around virtually unchanged for three centuries unless they are something truly special, and this southern. Stuffed ham is believed to have originated in southern maryland, specifically in st. The marylanders brought with them the traditional skills of their region, including tobacco farming, distilling, and preparation of southern maryland stuffed ham. Stuffed ham, southern maryland style recipe nyt cooking.
The cuisine of the southern united states developed in the traditionally defined american south. Stuffed corned hams in the southeastern part of maryland are available at. Southern maryland was one of the first colonial settlements. Maryland stuffed ham recipe by shirley owen flaherty, is from the flaherty family and friends cookbook, one of the cookbooks created at. Captain john smith explored the area in 1608 and 1609. Southern maryland stuffed ham backyard chickens learn. Apr 23, 2020 the remaining greens are banked over the top of the ham. Maryland is for crabs, are some of he best places to eat them. There was a book signing with katzen after the event and several of her works were available for. Oh and btw i am pretty sure that it is southern maryland stuffed ham.
Stuffed ham hams of twelve pounds or more are best to use for stuffed ham, a popular dish with southern marylanders, particularly at easter. Cooking up history national museum of american history. The appalachian areas have many ramps a variety of wild onion and berries. In recent history, elements of southern cuisine have spread north, having an effect on the development of other types of american cuisine many elements of southern cookingsquash. Sandy invited me to join she and a group of girlfriends who gather. The history of stuffed ham dates to early 17thcentury maryland, where, it is believed, slaves working on the plantations created the recipe. St ignatius church and the piscataway nation, southern. Southern maryland in popular usage is composed of the states southernmost counties on the western shore of the chesapeake bay in the state of maryland. In an effort to extend what little meat these pieces of pig provided, slaves.
In this corner of maryland, holidays mean a stuffed ham the new. Stuffed ham is a culinary treasure that, like so many gustatory delicacies, was borne of necessity. But if youre from down my way southern maryland, as opposed to the richyrich northern areas or the eastern shore you might know us for our ham. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow. Tidewater, appalachian, cajun, creole, lowcountry, and floribbean are examples of types of southern cuisine. July 5, 2017 marked the 377 year anniversary of the. Marys county is permeated by the odor of stuffed ham acooking. Marys county stuffed ham is a southern maryland institution a tasty one, at that. The remaining greens are banked over the top of the ham. Maryland public television captured the story of this unusual creation in eatin the chesapeake. Marys county stuffed ham, has been a traditional local favorite dating back centuries in the region and independent grocers say that more and more people not originally from here are coming to love the dish. Typically the ham has a distinctively spicy flavor due to added. While blue crabs are indeed a huge part of state culture, theres a lesser known food thats rich with. The five feasts, which will premier in its entirety on april 23, 2018 during chesapeake.
From the founders of the maryland colony to the tables of today, southern maryland stuffed ham remains the hallmark of an unforgettable holiday. Southern maryland stuffed ham chaptico market and iso. Save time and stop by your local market rather than driving back into town. Marys county and taste this local treat for yourself.
Sew or tie the cloth around the ham, tightly, to keep dressing in place. Southern maryland stuffed ham researching food history. Cruising the waterfront restaurants of the lower potomac. Stuffed ham is a variety of ham in which cabbage, kale, onions, spices and seasonings are chopped and mixed, then stuffed into deep slits slashed in a whole corned or smoked ham. Apr 20, 2020 the store features andys butcher shop and deli and chiefs your neighborhood bar. Southern maryland stuffed ham here and country hams here country ham dinners country ham, old hams, or kentucky hams with redeye gravy are dry cured by salting and smoking. The first time i tasted stuffed ham, i thought there was something wrong with. Jun 09, 2005 to continue the discussion from the midatlantic board on so mo stuffed ham. There are as many recipes for southern maryland stuffed ham as there are families in st. Stuffed ham is a southern maryland holiday tradition. I was first introduced to the delicacy that is southern maryland stuffed ham by a friend from work. History native americans and first contact with the english.
It shows up on christmas and easter tables, and at almost every community fundraising supper. We offer quality meats, package goods, produce, j o crab seasoning, dairy, as well as, beer, wine and liquor. Marys city, at southern marylands lower tip was the site of marylands first colonial settlement. I can not wait for october to come so that i can go get some church dinners. The exact origins of southern maryland stuffed hams are. Marys college slackwater oral histories offer local accounts. Southern maryland stuffed ham the first time i tasted stuffed ham, i thought there was something wrong with the meat. Southern maryland stuffed ham, filled with kale, cabbage and lots of. Southern maryland stuffed ham recipe details, calories. To continue the discussion from the midatlantic board on so mo stuffed ham.
Marys county, and remains popular in that region to this day. Southern maryland stuffed ham recipe visit maryland. You can expect fair prices, honest listings, and prompt shipping when shopping with southern maryland books. Nov 16, 2007 southern maryland stuffed ham, also known as st. May 14, 2011 rick mcdaniel is a food historian, culinary anthropologist and author who specializes in the food of the american south with a particular interest in the federal and antebellum periods. This region includes all of calvert, charles, and st.
Southern maryland stuffed ham, filled with kale, cabbage and lots of pepper, is one of americas most regionally specific dishes. After butchering the hogs, the plantation owner would keep the finer cuts of pork ham and bacon, and also sausages for himself and then give the lesser parts to the slaves. Country and sweet ham, fried oysters november mechanicsville. Southern maryland stuffed ham home cooking chowhound.
Called southern maryland stuffed ham, this rural country dish is rich in flavor and history, as much a part of the culture here as tobacco, the amish farmers and the watermen who fish the rivers. Appalachia uses butter extensively but makes little use of cheese, and eats more wild game as well as wild fruits and vegetables than the rest of the south. The exact origins of southern maryland stuffed hams are unknown, but evidence points to the slaves of the region for credit in creating this culinary masterpiece. We have customers, some of them military, who said someone told me about stuffed. Nov 16, 2000 throughout southern maryland a corned ham stuffed with a blend of spices and vegetables is a must have for menus on special occasions. Marys counties and sometimes the southern portions of anne arundel and prince georges counties. Throughout southern maryland a corned ham stuffed with a blend of spices and vegetables is a must have for menus on special occasions. The deli features andys famous southern maryland stuffed ham.
In this corner of maryland, holidays mean a stuffed ham. Maryland stuffed ham recipe from the the flaherty family. Mar 28, 2017 why people go crazy for this stuffed ham in small town maryland. Southern maryland stuffed ham recipe group recipes. Southern maryland was originally inhabited by piscataway indians.
Maryland farewell to lent, katherine scarborough, baltimore sun 1950. Stuffed ham dates to early 17thcentury southern maryland, where, it is believed, slaves working on the plantations created the recipe. Mar 19, 2018 southern maryland stuffed ham, filled with kale, cabbage and lots of pepper, is one of americas most regionally specific dishes. The slaves were always given the poorest cuts of meat when the hogs were slaughtered, so they would often stuff them with greens and spice them up to make them taste better. Amanda says this was her first introduction to kale and that ernie always said that when you were mixing the stuffing and stuffing the ham, your. Most importantly are the great authentic recipes on how to fix oyster stew, the same recipe that many local inhabitants of the tidewater chesapeake region fix themselves. Oct 02, 2017 southern maryland stuffed ham and oyster dinners in st. Return to ham boiler and simmer 15 minutes to the pound. A lot has changed since the new york times ran an article on southern maryland stuffed ham in 1982. Southern maryland stuffed ham backyard chickens learn how. Marys co, make it several times a year for holidays and such. To keep the ham in shape, use a large square of clean cloth.
Once the plantation owner tasted the delicious blend of pork and greens, the stuffed ham found its place on the masters dining table and became a traditional easter dish. Nov 23, 2011 but if youre from down my way southern maryland, as opposed to the richyrich northern areas or the eastern shore you might know us for our ham. When people think of maryland food, their minds instantly go to steamed crabs. Sebi medinatayac of the piscataway nation, speaks on the significance of st ignatius church to native people and southern marylands history.
Choose a plump, thick ham with a thin layer of fat. Family cookbooks are an important way to preserve our mealtime traditions for future generations with individual printed recipes or your own professionally printed cookbook. Place ham, skin side up, on the cloth, fold the ends over tightly and pin. The fried chicken was great and i picked up southern maryland stuffed ham for my friends who love it. This recipe, compiled from cooks whose families have been making it for generations, uses raw stuffing and is spiced with plenty of black and red. It shows up on christmas and easter tables, and at almost every. Maryland stuffed ham is traditionally sliced thin and served cold. Southern maryland stuffed ham posted on april 12, 2017 january 12, 2019 by admin just before easter the air in st.
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